This recipe hails from Sanaa at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village. It's one of the beloved naan dipping sauces that is included in the Sanaa bread service.
Combine cinnamon sticks, bay leaves and star anise into a cheesecloth sachet, tie with a butcher twine.
In a large pot, add orange juice, cumin, garlic, ginger and spice sachet. Bring to a boil, add brown sugar and stir until well mixed.
Add tomatoes and cook over medium high heat until liquid is reduced. Fold in cilantro and dates, season with salt and pepper. Cool in the refrigerator.